Production Supervisor (2nd shift)

Jabil · Prince George, VA

Level: Supervisor
Team: Production
Base pay: $78k–$140k
Degree: Preferred
Experience asked: 60+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: 23 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level production role at Jabil (industrial) in Prince George, VA. Supervise, coach, and develop production team members to maximize performance and engagement.

They ask for: 60+ years · degree preferred
Tools it names: Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen
Base pay: $78k–$140k
Openings: 2 with this title at this site

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How this role compares

Against 15 other live production postings in Virginia.

Experience asked: More than usual (60+ vs 5+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Team leadership 88%
✓ Lean 38%
SAP 31%
✓ Six Sigma 25%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for New product launch, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 60+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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Pick 2–3 people on the Production team at Jabil
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Send a short, curious note
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Bring proof to the interview
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This plant: Jabil in Prince George

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Education

✓Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field preferred.
✓Equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing leadership experience will be considered.

Experience

✓3+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in a supervisor, team lead, or management role.
✓Experience leading production teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
✓Demonstrated experience in large form factor manufacturing is strongly preferred.
✓Experience managing direct labor, production schedules, and key operational metrics.

Preferred Qualifications

✓Experience in electronics manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, heavy equipment, appliance manufacturing, or other large form factor production environments.
✓Knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Demand Flow Technology.
✓Experience supporting new product introductions, equipment installations, or production line expansions.
✓Proven track record of improving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity metrics

What Can Jabil Offer You?

Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

✓Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
✓401K Match
✓Employee Stock Purchase Plan
✓Paid Time Off
✓Tuition Reimbursement
✓Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
✓Commuter Benefits
✓Employee Assistance Program
✓Pet Insurance
✓Adoption Assistance
✓Annual Merit Increases
✓Community Volunteer Opportunities

The pay range for this role is $77,500 - $139,500. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include

qualifications

and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan; and paid time off.

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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

Shift: Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM (Second Shift)

Location/Division Specific Information

•* On-site at our Prince George, VA facility. **

This role is to support a new factory in Prince George, VA (onsite) startup manufacturing large form-factor equipment. The product will be large (shipping container size), heavy (50+ tons), and complex. This position will be part of the core factory startup and onboarding team responsible for building the operations and manufacturing staff, fitting out the building, and creating the process flow/work instructions/etc. from the ground up. Skills to include: panel and point to point wire assembly, Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, and High Power Electronic assemblies.

How will you make an impact?

You will lead and develop production teams while driving operational excellence across manufacturing operations. Your leadership will ensure production schedules are met, quality standards are maintained, and continuous improvement initiatives deliver measurable results.

What will you do?

•Lead day-to-day production operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.
•Supervise, coach, and develop production team members to maximize performance and engagement.
•Monitor and manage production schedules, labor utilization, and operational metrics.
•Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.
•Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams to resolve issues and support business objectives.
•Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
•Support staffing, training, performance management, and succession planning activities.
•Analyze production data and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.
•Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and customer focus.
•Lead by example and promote a safe, positive, and results-oriented work environment.

How will you get here?

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

•Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
•Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.
•Ability to analyze production metrics and drive actions that improve performance.
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across multiple levels of the organization.
•Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
•Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing reporting systems.